Royalty Reigned.

Today at about 6:03am Eastern time, the mass ceremony, to wed Katherine Middleton and Prince William Duke of Cambridge began. And Jesus Christ, what a beautiful ceremony it was. Call me ridiculous, but I broke night in order to see the wedding broadcast live on almost every channel on T.V, beginning at 4am here on the East Coast. Some may question my interest in the wedding, and to be honest is not so much the importance of this wedding, but rather the historical making moment it brings. I was not alive for Princess Diana's wedding with Prince Charles and obviously that made me part of  a large group of people who missed out on an important day in the history of monarchy and royalty. I didn't want to read about Kate and William's wedding on a text book and have to imagine it, just like any other historical moment I was not alive for. I saw every minute that was available to viewers on television, and it was an experience, even from my couch.

The perfection of timing and etiquette was mind blowing. They said guest will begin arriving at 9:00am (U.K time) and they did, they said that Prince William and Harry would depart to Westminister Abbey at about 10:10am(U.K time), and they did. So on and so forth, the perfection with timing was definitely impressing. The hats began to fill the historic Gothic church and the air filled up with classicism, and royal culture. Every lady in there had a very artistic, architectural traditional hat. Designer Philip Treasy designed most hats laying on the guest today and they were beautiful. One in particular that stood out was that of Dutchess Beatrice, the groom's cousin, in a blush-nude pink hat by Philip Traecy in a morphic shape. Her hat and that of Victoria Beckham's were my two favorite hats. It was so impressing to see, being that it is not part of our traditional wedding gear. When Prince William and brother Prince Harry arrived at the abbey I began to feel it. That's it, it was almost time. Prince William looked absolutely handsome in his grand-looking colonel like ceremonial costume in a bright red, with fitted black trousers and a black hat. As for Kate's anticipated dress, it turned out to be none other than Sara Burton for Alexander McQueen. Kept a secret for months, the ivory & white satin dress with lace sleeves was SPECTACULAR. She looked royal the minute she got off that car.

I was glad to see McQueen in this wedding for both dress changes on Middleton. He deserved a respect of that kind.

It was a lovely wedding, and words are not sufficient to express how inspiring it was. From the beautiful ceremony, perfect timing, the beautiful dress, both kisses, the drive off in the 1969 Astin Martin, perfection!

Prince William, The Duke of Cambridge and Kate Middleton, the now Dutchess of Cambridge.

Victoria Beckham in her own design and hat by Philip Treacy

David Beckham in Ralph Lauren and hat by Philip Treacy.

Maid of honor, Pippa Midleton in Alexander McQueen and bridesmaid Grace Van Cutsem and Elisa Lopes, both 3.

Elton John and partner David Furnish.

Cousin's of the groom, daughter's of Prince Andrew and Fergie, Beatrice and Eugine. Both in hats by Philip Treacy.

Spain's royals-Queen Sofia, Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia. The bride's mother in a number by Catherine Walker.

Prince Charles in his Royal Navy Number One Ceremonial Suit and Dutchess of Cornwall, Camilla in Anne Valentine.

Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II in a lovely yellow number by Angela Kelly

Dress by Sara Burton For Alexander McQueen, Crown by Cartier.

Groom, Prince William and brother Prince Harry in their Royal Ceremonial attire.

The Bride's Second dress, by Sara Burton For Alexander McQueen.

Credits: stylecaster.com, people.com

Sudden Inspiration.

I've indulged in the sabotaged mini series, 'The Kennedy's' because I have a great interest in the family. I don't know much about them, just the basic - but their story definitely catches my attention. I though watching the mini-series might be a "shortcut" to understanding more about who they were and why they were so iconic. I personally enjoyed the 8 episode series, but one of my old high school teacher who has over examined JFK's life for years now said it was horrible and to "erase it from my skull". Maybe it's true, since it did get bad review, but I enjoyed watching it. I'm so inspired by their story and their elegance and their power. Jacky O, in particular is one who would always remain iconic to me for her grace, her style and my favorite, her elegance. An elegance like hers should be immortal. She was so kind and humane and everything she did, she did it well dressed and poised. I fell in love. I always admired her for her way of dressing, but I know much more about her now and her clothes look even better on a women, when she has a good soul and a humane heart to go along with it. 

Summer Bargain.

The temperature reached 82 today her in New York City, for the first time ALL season. I don't know what it is about the sun and the heat that makes my mom in a spending mood. I can't lie, I'm the same, Haha. Anyways, I went out because I'm loaded with boots and this weather scared the living hell out of me - I don't have much summer footwear, unless their 5 inch wooden heels or high wedge espadrilles. I have about 4 pairs of flat gladiators & flat sandals, but they are all from last year and frankly, I'm tired of seeing them. 

The one thing I do need are a pair of FLATS. I love my tall heels, but when you live here, and your constantly taking the subway and walking much, you need something comfortable and chic. I went out to the "hood" today and I noticed how none of these stores that are up to my budget attract me anymore. I can't seem to find anything I like. I really wish I'd like something so my mother doesn't have to waist 50 dollars and above for flats/sandals on Aldo or Steve Madden. But, my fashion senses are beaming, LOL. Fashion school has taught me well. (*wink)

Well, in that case I just didn't buy any flats or sandals at all, I rather wait for better options. BUT, I did so some summer bargain. My mother loves fedoras on me but, I'm so insecure about wearing them. I feel like people might think it looks ridiculous on me, because I've never wore one before . . . EVER! Any who, my mother convinced me to get one beautiful coffee toned straw fedora, wrapped in a black ribbon and guess what I LOVE IT. Then I saw a medium sized straw flap bag, that was just to adorable for words and I had to get it for the summer. 

What are some of YOUR personal favorite summer pieces?

Straw Bag-$12.99 ; Fedora Hat-$12.95

When Tommy Met Anna.

Sorry I took so long to post about this superb idea of beloved street fashion photographer, Tommy Ton. This genius man captures the best in models, celebrities, socialites and even you at the verge of fashion week madness all around the globe. But "when tommy met Anna" their as something different about his photography. He began to see her more often and he photographed the evolution of her style 'till today. He, with much admiration for the Vogue Japan Editor-at-Large mogul, decided to have an exhibition at Toronto's The Bay, named "When Tommy Met Anna", tracing in photography how ADR's style has changed and how she's become an icon for all the street fashionistas. Now do we love her, or do we love her?

Check out style.com's Q&A with the duo here.

Some of my favorite photograph's from the preview of the exhibit:

Credits: Style.com

The Battle of Urbanism and Glamour.

I had an interesting day yesterday.

It was Good Friday and I already felt guilty for going out on a "mourning day", but I had fun. My friends and I headed to Union Square and ate delicious Vietnamese food and I tried my first French Crepe. TO DIE FOR.

We walked all the way to SoHo and passed by NYU where we saw some really interesting people. There was this one guy in particular, and I really wanted to take a picture of him but I'm new at this and I can still be a little shy about invading other people's privacy. But my friend Gladys had balls and did it. He was actually sweet.

I bought LUSH cosmetics, which I love. Their natural, handmade and all are imported from Canada. You guys should try them. I bought Tea Tree Water and a Vanishing Cream because I have really oily, acne prone skin. I just LOVE LOVE LOVE their stuff. You guys should check it out at www.lush.com.

Anyways, yesterday I took notice of something. I love walking around SoHo and I love the fast life; I love my city. And as enamored with high-fashion and elegance as I am, I noticed that

is hard to be glam in such an urban place.

I think that being part of a middle class family with the "regular" financial issues and growing up taking trains, and running to catch the bus or walking 15 blocks so that we don't have to waist taxi money is just a part of that. Your style reflects your lifestyle, and so when I wear knee high tie-up boots with a thrift metallic leather and a printed scarf, I'm not aiming to look like a "rock star", I'm just trying to keep up my style with my daily life's routine. How can I look good and still live this life? I need to find a balance between street and style and glamour and a fast paced life. I'm on a mission but i'll find my own style sometime. Let me figure myself out first.

Get The Lights On Please?

Lights. Camera. OLVIA.

New York socialite turned reality star, turned editor, turned model, and future designer, Olvia Palermo, left me in complete awe in a photo-shoot for StyleCaster's Limelight (one of my favorite sites). She posed for Seiji Fujimori wearing outfits inspired by this season's super steaming 70's trend, styled by James Worthington DeMolet. I absolutely fell in love with her Mathew Williamson metallic number, because we all know my obsession with metallics - but I loved to see Spring like colors added to such boldness. PERFECT. She looked like a goddess in a Halston, 70-ish boho dress and even posed meditating next to a hookah. This 70s feva' keeps growing! 

StyleCaster asked her a few questions about her style and Palermo mentioned
"..For me it's all about accessorizing." 


And I was glad to hear that among her favorite designer's at the moment were
"Giambattista Valli and Marchesa", which I PRAISE!

To read the entire interview go here.

If I judge Palermo according to the way she behaved on the reality show, The City, I would say she is one big bitch. But seeing her on those Tibi ads, this shoot and knowing she's a New Yorker (and a very well dressed one by that matter) I have to say "She may be bad, but she's perfectly good at it."

What do you guys think? Do we want to see more Olvia?

Credits: StyleCaster, Seiji Fujimori.

Coocoo for GAGA.

Damn, Gaga has sure had herself a good ass 2011.

Her 'Born This Way' song and video, numerous magazine covers, 

and model/creative director of Mugler's Fall 2011 Show this past February. 

We just can't get enough of her. 

And to prove once again her fearlessness and dare-devil fashion sense she has released her new single 'Judas' this week, which is my new JAM! She also released the COVER for the 'BORN THIS WAY' ALBUM and is the cover girl for Harper's Bazaar May 2011 issue. ALL THIS IN ONE WEEK! 

Her song Judas is one catchy song.
I don't doubt will cause controversy among devoted Christians.

As for the cover of  the 'Born This Way' album, which by the way is to be released May 23, is sure one graphic tranformer-esque cover. I love the whole red lipstick, motorcycle "bad-bitch" look, sure suits her! 

I cannot wait to get my Harper's Bazaar issue in the mail, I love the subscriber's cover more than the newsstand one. She is killing it in those Mugler platforms, .... no LITERALLY she's killing it - their KNIFE platforms. LOL. And you guys have to read the interview by Derek Blasberg, where she talks about her "prosthetics" for which she said "They're not prosthetics. They're my bones." 

Photographed by : Terry Richardson
Styled by: Nicola Formichetti
Interviewed by: Derek Blasberg

Newsstand Cover, Gaga in a Versace dress.

Subscriber's cover, Gaga in a black jumpsuit and Knife platforms both by Mugler.

Gaga in a DIOR dress and gloves & masks by Mugler.

Gaga in a mask and dress by Alexander McQueen.

Gaga in Tex Saverio dress.

 

Gaga in Kiki de Montparnasse bra and Alexander McQueen heels.

Gaga in a Francesco Scognamiglio bodysuit.

 Lady Gaga's Official Album Cover for her upcoming album 'Born This Way', Coming out May 23rd.

Have a listen at Gaga's new single, 'Judas'.

Credits: www.stylecaster.com - nicolaformichetti.blogspot.com